Varanasi, October 18, 2026 (Yes Punjab News)
An elephant attack left its mahout seriously injured and triggered panic in the Panchvati area of Ramnagar in Varanasi on Sunday, prompting authorities to deploy more than 200 police personnel to bring the animal under control.
According to preliminary information shared by officials, the elephant became uncontrollable in the locality, alarming residents and passersby. People rushed to safety amid fears that the animal could attack others.
Police and administrative teams, along with personnel from the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and the Forest Department, reached the spot soon after receiving information about the incident.
More than 200 police personnel and administrative officials were deployed as part of the operation. Teams faced difficulties in managing the elephant because of the potential danger to people in the densely populated area.
After sustained efforts, the teams brought the elephant under control and moved it towards a forest area. Officials said the situation was under control, but security arrangements remained in place to prevent further incidents.
As a precaution, residents and other people in the vicinity were moved away from the spot. Police and Forest Department personnel continued to monitor the area and remained on alert.
The incident caused concern among local residents, while officials maintained a close watch following the operation.
The injured mahout’s condition and the circumstances that led to the elephant becoming uncontrollable were not immediately known.
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